Michael U. Bolte, 51, a resident of Andover for the past 11 years, died Thursday, May 9, 2013.

He moved to the United States from Wohltorf, Germany in 1994. He was born in Reinbek, Germany on May 31, 1961, the son of Hans Jurgen Bolte and Inge Lilly Beckmann Bolte. Michael was married to Linda Bolte on April 25, 1997. For the past seven years, he has worked for Tri-State Fire Protection in Nashua.

Michael was best known for his love of the soccer field and coaching young players. He loved camping, long walks on the beach, and spending time with his family. Michael loved his long talks with his Uncle Uwe from Germany.

He was predeceased by his mother, Inge Lilly Berta Bolte.

He is survived by his wife, Linda (Soucy) Bolte; his three sons, Vincent, Adrian, and Christopher; and his step-son, Stephen; his brother, Wolfgang Bolte, his father, Hans Jurgen Bolte, and his uncle, Uwe Bolte from Germany.

Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of Michael’s life to be held on Saturday, May 25, from noon to 3 PM at the Beane Conference Center at 35 Blueberry Lane, Laconia.

In lieu of flowers, please honor Michael by making a memorial contribution to the Michael Bolte Memorial Fund, Franklin Savings Bank, PO Box 339, Bristol 03222.

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